Many Things Maryborough

29/12/2025

This afternoon, the community will gather at the Wagstaff Chapel to farewell Kaye Kelly – celebrating a life remembered not just for what she did, but for the way she made people feel.

Again and again, people speak of her kindness, her warmth, and her quiet generosity. Kaye had time for everyone. She showed up, even when she wasn’t feeling her best, and she did it with a smile.

Whether it was behind the canteen, at the gate with a hug and a chat, or simply being there week after week, she became part of the rhythm of people’s lives.

Her long and devoted involvement with the Maryborough Giants was a big part of her story, but never the whole of it.

She wasn’t there for recognition. She was there for the people. Great clubs – and strong communities – are built around people like Kaye, the ones who give endlessly and expect nothing in return.

So many remember her as a familiar face, a comforting presence, someone who made you feel welcome the moment she saw you. She called people “one of her boys,” laughed easily, and cared deeply.

Those small, everyday acts of kindness are what linger now, long after the noise fades.

Kaye passed away peacefully ten days ago, surrounded by love.

She is deeply loved by her daughters Narelle and Kelly, her family, her friends, and by a community that will feel her absence in quiet but profound ways.

She is now at peace, reunited with her beloved Ned.

Vale Kaye Kelly. Forever loved. Forever remembered.

28/12/2025

A very belated congratulations to these new solo drivers! 👏🏻

25/12/2025

Congrats to Debbie Weir on clocking up an extraordinary 45 years with Maryborough District Health Service, a milestone few ever reach – and even fewer reach while still loving the job! 🎉

What makes it even better is that nursing was never the plan. Debbie originally wanted to be an air hostess, applied for a nursing aid course to get first aid training, missed out, and instead was offered a general nursing place.

She took it, trained in Maryborough through Bendigo’s Northern District School of Nursing, graduated with distinction in 1981, and stepped straight into emergency, outpatients, and theatre nursing.

Over four decades on, theatre and recovery became her home, though a COVID-era secondment to Dunolly Residential Community gave her a new appreciation for aged care.

Today she works across both worlds, holds senior leadership roles, and even worked the final night shift in the old hospital and the very first in the new one.

After 45 years, Debbie says it’s simple – the work, the people, and strong teamwork are what kept her there, and her advice to new nurses is just as straightforward: ask questions, keep learning, and back your team.

24/12/2025

Vale Kaye Kelly 🤍

A beautiful soul, remembered for her kindness, strength and unwavering love for her family and friends. Kaye touched so many lives with her warmth, generosity and quiet courage, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Deepest condolences to her loved ones at this sad time. Forever loved, forever remembered. 🕊️

20/12/2025

A belated congratulations to these new solo drivers! 👏🏻

15/12/2025

Around 150 people from across the community gathered on Wednesday to take part in a walk marking the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism campaign and Human Rights Day.

The event aimed to show support for gender equality and the prevention of gender-based violence perpetrated by men against women, transgender people and non-binary people.

The walk began at the Zonta flower bed in Phillips Gardens and continued to Maryborough Hospital, with participants using the occasion to stand against violence in the Central Goldfields.

“It was amazing to witness so many people show up to support the message that violence has no place in our community,” reported Maryborough District Health Service.

“Your participation reinforces an important message: every step counts toward building a safer and more respectful Central Goldfields Shire.”

“Together, we continue working towards a community where everyone feels safe, valued and respected.”

13/12/2025

Wouldn’t it just be something if the Maryborough Hospital still looked like this? 😍

The verandas, the symmetry, the gardens – you can almost feel the pride and warmth that once wrapped around this place. It looked like a hospital that looked after you, not one you got lost in trying to find the right wing for your appointment. ☺️

These days? Well… while plenty of people appreciate the new hospital, there are just as many who aren’t exactly thrilled with what stands there now. 🏥

Between the scandals, the frustrations, the politics, the wait times, the shortage of doctors and nurses, and the struggle many locals face to get the care they need, it’s no wonder people get emotional when they see what once was. 🤔

And honestly… imagine if the community didn’t fall ill so often to begin with, if the only time we required the hospital was when we’d actually hurt ourselves, or were welcoming a new little local into the world. 👶🏻

10/12/2025

MDHS has dropped another update on the hospital works, accompanied by these new photos!

The fencing’s finally gone, so we can actually see the old 1860s façade again, plus the new signage and landscaping.

The main entrance drop-off zone and turning circle are open too, with a few short-term parks and a ramp off Clarendon Street.

There’s extra parking off Neill Street and up the north end, and that Neill Street entrance now takes you straight into Urgent Care and Imaging.

Clinical stuff is happening in the new building too, while the old one’s been shifted to offices and support services.

Still a fair bit to sort out, but at least access is starting to make a bit more sense now.

30/11/2025

Vale Ian Walter Jones

29/11/2025

Happy 18th, Ash! 🎈🎂

A very special Happy 18th birthday Ash, you all may know Ashley as one of our wonderful staff members.

29/11/2025

A Zonta-themed garden bed has been installed at Phillips Gardens for this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.

The program focuses on protecting women, girls, gender-diverse people and LGBTQIA+ community members from gender-based violence perpetrated by men.

Central Goldfields Shire Council is proud to partner in the project – coordinated by the United Nations – with activities and events running across Maryborough until December 10.

26/11/2025

Havilah recently marked International Men’s Day in a special way, welcoming members of the Maryborough District Historic Vehicle Club across its sites for a day of connection, conversation, and classic motoring pride! 🏍️